Fuel Tanks
About Fuel Tanks
A larger or replacement fuel tank changes how far you can ride between fill-ups, and it is also the fix when the original tank has cracked, leaks or has rusted. Riders on long trail days, hunting trips and open-country rides are the usual buyers of bigger tanks.
The listings here are large-capacity gas tanks for Honda and Yamaha machines, with the size in gallons in the title, in the range of about three to four gallons in the examples. The listings are model specific, so match the tank to your machine and year, and note the color, because tanks are listed in several colors and you may want the one that matches your bodywork. Capacity is not free, since a full tank adds weight, and gasoline weighs roughly six pounds per gallon. Before ordering, check whether your cap, fuel valve and fuel line carry over to the new tank or need to be bought separately, and pick your machine in the Ride Finder at the top of the page.
The brand listed here is IMS Products Inc. To finish the job, look at Fuel Tank Caps, Fuel Valves & Petcocks and Fuel Hoses, Lines & Pipes. For getting the right fit, see why a part did not fit. The whole group is Air Intake & Fuel Delivery.
FAQs on ATV fuel tanks
What does a larger fuel tank change on an ATV?
A larger tank holds more fuel, so you can ride farther before filling up. The trade-off is weight, because gasoline is about six pounds per gallon, and the machine may handle differently when the tank is full. Check the listing for how the tank mounts on your model.
Can I use my old fuel cap and petcock on a new tank?
Sometimes, but not always. Whether the old cap, fuel valve and hose connections carry over depends on the tank and the listing, so read the product notes. Moving parts across also means checking their seals and replacing any that are cracked or hardened.
How do I know if my fuel tank needs replacing?
Replace a tank that leaks, has cracks, has seams that weep fuel or is badly rusted or varnished inside and does not clean up. Patching a leaking tank is a temporary fix at best, and a leak is a fire risk, so do not ride the machine with one.
What should I do before removing a fuel tank?
Work outdoors, away from sparks and flames, with the engine cool. Drain the fuel into an approved container, shut off or disconnect the fuel line as the manual describes and plug the line. Follow your owner's or service manual for the order of steps on your model.
